SOLD & IN ESCROW IN 5 DAYS!!!!! Warmth and character abound with this classic late 30’s cottage ranch nestled amidst a wonderful 27,000 square foot lot dotted with mature trees and colorful flora. Inviting, this home is detailed with cedar shingles and a charming sitting porch with picket railing. The living room with fireplace and formal dining room are graced with bead board ceilings, wainscoting, built-ins and hardwood flooring. The galley kitchen is light and airy, remodeled with a butcher block island, stainless appliances including wolf range, tiled counters, flooring and a roomy breakfast area. The west wing incorporates a large master-suite with remodeled bath, French doors and dual closets. Three additional bedrooms share a full bath, one used as a library with custom built-ins and bookcases. The spacious family room provides an ideal gathering place with cozy fireplace, skylights and French doors that lead to the park-like rear yard. An absolute plus, the in-law quarters with ¾ bath, kitchen sink and separate entrance is perfect for guests or visiting family. Fabulous for entertaining an outside courtyard opens to a delightful 25 x 15 pool ( built in 2002) and beyond a sylvan landscape with distant mountain views. A separate laundry room includes a washer and dryer and extra storage. Entry is off a private lane providing access to the attached double garage. Additional upgrades include newer electrical wiring, service and panel, new water main supply and additional copper plumbing, rear yard re-landscaped with new drainage and retaining walls, newer high efficiency HVAC, custom period style woodworking, built-ins , moldings and gas line for outdoor barbeque. With just a little TLC this could be a homeowners dream. Truly a unique opportunity to own a rare jewel that simply put is a “Treasure of Sierra Madre “!